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U.S. Navy

William George Thordsen

ConflictPhilippine War

RankChief Gunner's Mate

Year of Action1900

Unit/CommandUSS Pampanga (PG-39)

Citation

For heroism and gallantry under fire of the enemy at Hilongas, Philippine Islands, 6 May 1900.

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